Maximum style: Marvellous maxi skirts to shop now
A truly versatile summer staple, invest in a maxi skirt now and you’ll wear it for seasons to come
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While last summer was the year of the micro mini, with Miu Miu’s tiny skirt going viral and Y2k-inspired shrunken silhouettes pouring down the catwalks, we’re experiencing a shift to longer hemlines this season. Maxi skirts are a true sartorial hero. Versatile and timeless, they’re much easier to dress up for special occasions. Plus, despite being a true summer style staple, they also offer better protection against unseasonably low temperatures.
Maxi skirts offer far more modesty than mini skirts and shorts while looking just as chic and are one of those rare pieces that can be worn almost anywhere – from beach to bar, work to Wimbledon, private jet to picnic in the park. Designers have really gone for it this season, maximising their maxi game with bright abstract prints and bohemian florals in soft silks and airy linens.
So whether you’re sailing off into the sun or planning a staycation in your usual stomping ground, these are the best maxi skirts to invest in right now.
Chloé knit wool and silk maxi skirt
Chloé’s rib-knit wool and silk skirt is the perfect addition to your holiday wardrobe this summer. Designed for a slim fit at the waist in a semi-sheer finish, the skirt opens up with soft pleats ans a flared hem. Style yours with a matching top and neutral sandals.
Faithfull the Brand Davina Tie-dye Skirt
No summer wardrobe would be complete without at least one piece from B Corp-certified Faithfull the Brand. Hand-dyed by Balinese artisans, this vivid purple tie-dyed maxi skirt is cut from 100 per cent linen. Pair with the coordinating top and a pair of slinky sandals.
Me + Em Bird Print Satin Skirt
Cut from recycled satin, this flared maxi skirt from Me + Em is designed to flatter without hugging your hips. Crisp pleats make for a voluminous silhouette and the brand’s bespoke Magnolia Bird motif print is sure to turn heads wherever life takes you. Complement the colour-pop shades of this skirt with bright accessories in summery corals and forest greens.
Nina Ricci Satin Maxi Skirt
Cut in a semi-sheer satin, this Nina Ricci maxi skirt is printed with a blurred floral pattern. Sleek and stylish, its mid-rise waistline and simple silhouette let the print do all the talking. We’ll be wearing ours with a relaxed T-shirt and sandals for the summer and with a black mock-neck and a pair of chunky boots in the winter.
Paco Rabanne Leopard Maxi Skirt
This pretty Paco Rabanne maxi skirt is rendered in a playfully colourful iteration of a leopard print. Low-rise and ruched at the waist, this jersey skirt’s sarong-like silhouette makes it ideal for balmy summer evenings, especially when paired with a pair of platform sandals.
Pink City Prints Kimmy Maxi Skirt
Featuring expertly block-printed floral motifs on organic cotton, Pink City Prints’ Kimmy skirt is brilliantly maximalist. Finished with pink piping at each seam, a flattering elasticated waist and tiered skirt makes for easy-breezy summer style. Pair with a matching top and beaded jewellery for a perfect holiday look.
Zimmermann High Tide Maxi Skirt
Zimmermann nails hyper-feminine summer style with this voluminous floral maxi skirt – but what else would you expect from the Australian boho brand? Cut from a blend of linen and silk with dappled watercolour blooms, this high-rise maxi is your next summer staple. Pair with a sweet broderie Anglaise top and your favourite pair of shades for an effortlessly feminine look.
Prada Ankle-Length Pencil Skirt
You can’t go wrong with the classics. Case in point, Prada’s effortlessly chic pencil skirt. The minimalist skirt features clean lines, a muted palette, and falls to the ankle. Wear with a cardigan or a soft silk shirt for a put-together formal look.
Christopher Esber Duality Orbit Maxi Skirt
Christopher Esber’s silhouettes are a masterclass in subversive sexy dressing and this white maxi skirt is no different. The ankle-grazing fitted skirt features ruched waist detailing and innovative cuts with a purple crystal embellishment resting atop the hip. Wear it with a crop top and sandals for your next date night.
Eres Ambra Maxi Skirt
Wearing a maxi skirt for a beach day is a no-brainer, especially when you have a breezy option like this embroidered skirt from heritage beachwear label Eres. Crafted in white lightweight cotton, the skirt is embroidered with tropical motifs in a bright yellow and finished with a scalloped hem. Wear yours with a swimsuit, sandals, and a large hat.
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